Firms' technological resources and the performance effects of diversification: a longitudinal study

Article Abstract:

Longitudinal data on 227 firms, which were diversified between 1980 and 1992, revealed that the sample firms invest less in R and D and have greater breadth technology than their industry peers prior to the diversification event. The performance of related and unrelated diversifiers is differentiated which is probably due both to the economies of scope that can be treated and the average profitability of firms in industries with high R and D intensity.

Usage, Finance, Longitudinal method, Company financing, Investment management, Longitudinal studies

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When do firms undertake Rand D by investing in new ventures?

Article Abstract:

The conditions under which firms are likely to pursue equity investment in new ventures as a way to source innovative ideas are explored. It is found that firms invest more in new ventures commonly referred to as corporate venture capital in industries with weak intellectual property protection and to some extent in industries with high technological ferment and where complementary distribution capability is important.

Evaluation, Company investment, Investments, Capital investments, Capital investment

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Situational and institutional determinants of firms' R&D search intensity

Article Abstract:

The situational considerations which explains R&D search intensity by firms is extended by including shifts in the focus of attention among bankruptcy, aspirations and slack. It is found that there is a stable firm-specific research and development investment patterns and variations in R&D intensity depending on the aforementioned firms' situations.

Science & research, Research, Analysis, Organizational behavior, Organizational behaviour, Report

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